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Hakimi and Bounou shine in Club World Cup best XI

Moroccan football stars Achraf Hakimi and Yassine Bounou have been named in the Best XI of the 2025 Club World Cup Round of 16, held in the United States, as announced by DAZN Football. Both players showcased their exceptional talent, playing pivotal roles in advancing their respective teams to the quarterfinals. Hakimi,......

Moroccan youth handball players vanish during Poland tournament, sparking investigation

Five young Moroccan handball players disappeared from their team headquarters during an Under-19 tournament held in Poland in late June, raising serious concerns among officials and prompting a formal investigation. The Moroccan National Authority for Fighting Corruption in Sports described the incident......

Jorge Vilda confident Morocco’s women ready for WAFCON challenge

Jorge Vilda Rodriguez, head coach of Morocco’s women’s national football team, has expressed confidence in his squad’s readiness for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), set to take place in Morocco from July 5 to 26. “The team’s morale is very high,......

Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota dies in car crash at 28

Tragedy has struck the world of football as Diogo Jota, the celebrated Portuguese forward for Liverpool FC, has reportedly died in a car accident in Spain at the age of 28. The crash occurred near kilometer 65 on the A-52 highway, within the municipality of Puebla de Sanabria, located in Zamora province......

Barcelona’s strategic move: What Ansu Fati’s loan to Monaco means for the club

Ansu Fati will spend the 2025–26 season on loan at AS Monaco, with the French club securing an €11 million option to make the deal permanent. The move reflects FC Barcelona’s broader strategy to manage their squad and financial resources while offering the 22-year-old forward a chance......

Born winners: CAF unveils new slogan for 2024 Women’s AFCON in Morocco

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced "Born Winners" as the slogan for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to be held in Morocco from July 5 to 26. This powerful tagline underscores the resilience, ambition, and legacy of African women in football......

Mbappé returns as Real Madrid secures win over Juventus at Club World Cup

Gonzalo Garcia’s header in the 54th minute was decisive as Real Madrid edged Juventus 1-0 at Hard Rock Stadium, advancing to the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup. Real Madrid will now face the winner of the upcoming match between Borussia Dortmund and Monterrey in the last eight. Xabi......

Hakim Ziyech Faces $720,000 Tax Dispute in Turkey as Galatasaray Takes Responsibility

Moroccan footballer Hakim Ziyech is embroiled in a financial controversy in Turkey, with Turkish authorities revealing an unpaid tax debt of approximately $720,000. The issue stems from Ziyech’s tenure with Istanbul-based football club Galatasaray, which he left during the 2023–2024 winter......

Mbappé files complaint against PSG for psychological harassment

Kylian Mbappé has filed a legal complaint against his former club, Paris Saint-Germain, accusing it of psychological harassment—a new twist in the ongoing dispute between the French striker and the club. The complaint, submitted on May 16 in Paris, was revealed on June 26. It follows his......

Morocco’s women's football squad ready for 2024 WAFCON challenge

Jorge Vilda, head coach of Morocco’s women’s national football team, has announced the final squad for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The tournament, set to take place from July 5 to 26 across Morocco, will feature 12 teams competing for the continental title. Morocco’s......

Morocco sets sights on hosting 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

Morocco continues to cement its position as a global football hub, expressing formal interest in hosting the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. Known for its world-class sports infrastructure and growing reputation as a reliable host, the North African nation is taking significant steps to secure the prestigious......

Orlando Pirates appoint Abdeslam Ouaddou as new head coach

South African football club Orlando Pirates has confirmed the appointment of former Moroccan international Abdeslam Ouaddou as their new head coach. The announcement was made on Monday, with the 46-year-old set to arrive in Johannesburg before the weekend to finalize a one-year contract and lead pre-season......

Oklahoma City Thunder secure NBA championship in historic fashion

The Oklahoma City Thunder have achieved a monumental milestone, clinching their first NBA championship since relocating from Seattle in 2008. In a thrilling Game 7 of the NBA Finals, OKC defeated the Indiana Pacers 103-91 at the Paycom Center, cementing their place in basketball history. The Thunder’s......